Camping La Fortinerie

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Sunny and shaded pitches
Sunny and shaded pitches
Exterior tent
Safari tent and its hot tub
Private hot tub
Bell tent
Bell tent
Glamping units in the woods
Shaded pitches
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Exterior tent
Safari tent and its hot tub
Private hot tub

  • Peaceful site between Vernantes and Mouliherne in the Forêt de Monnaie
  • Less than half an hour from Saumur and the Loire river
  • Communal barbecue area, well-equipped kitchen and smart bathrooms
Four acres of family-friendly space flanked by fields and forest – how fab. Quiet rural site Camping La Fortinerie is a family-run place on the edge of the Forêt de Monnaie, with heaps of space but only a handful of guests on site at any one time to preserve the peace. And how even more fab – Saumur is less than half an hour away by car for when you fancy breaking away from the woodsy surrounds for days meandering around the medieval château, taking in a show at Le Cadre Noir, paddling along the Loire or sampling the town’s array of sparkling wines. You’ll not need to stray all that way for food though, for there are supermarkets, butchers, bakers and the like in the nearby villages of Vernantes and Mouliherne, and plenty of local markets to poke about in. Supplies sorted, you’re keenly encouraged to spend a chilled-out evening on site cooking on the communal barbecue and sipping something from one of the area’s wineries. Should you wish to retreat indoors to prep your meals, it’s a short stroll to the well-equipped kitchen (with microwave, oven, fridge-freezer, crockery, pans and the like); it’s also here that you’ll be able to freshen up your togs with the laundry facilities. As for freshening up yourself, that’s easily sorted in the smart shared bathrooms, which are kitted out with rain showers, mirrors and power sockets for your beautifying gadgets.

Campground type

Rent a tent 2
Tent sites 5
Camper sites 5
RV sites 5
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Tue, Apr 1 to

Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

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Arrival date (latest first)

We have stayed at La Fortinerie before and it never disappoints. The…

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Anita H. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked We have stayed at La Fortinerie before and it never disappoints. The pitches are large and the site is pretty. Still have the best bathrooms in France :) Tina and Julian are the perfect hosts.

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We'll be back!!

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Everything. Peaceful, quiet, super showers, very clean.
Hosts are wonderful people, the cats, dogs and chickens add to the rural nature of the magic spot.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Hope to return.

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Gareth M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Friendly welcome. Excellent facilities.

Disliked Nothing

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A lovely quiet rural site

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Grahame A. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Welcome and information was first class. The facilities were spotlessly clean and showers were best ever on a campsite.

Disliked Nothing at all to dislike

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Excellent site with very friendly hosts

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Everything! Perfect site for us,very quiet, spacious plots, superb bathroom facility & a kitchen equipped with everything you could possibly want! Great hosts Tina & Justin were there if you needed anything & nothing was too much trouble.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely quiet campsite.

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Robert M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked We stayed here, at the recommendation of some friends, for 2 nights at the start of our holiday, and one night at the end on the way back to the ferry port. It is well placed for a stopover whilst heading further south. Lovely quiet, relaxed atmosphere. We came in May, and mostly had the place to ourselves. Tina and Julian very welcoming. Loved cooking on the fire pit. Good dog walks from the campsite.

Disliked Nothing really, although as keen swimmers (lakes rather than pools) we prefer to stay somewhere with direct lake access for the main part of our holiday.

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Perfection

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Linda S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked No words really do this fabulous site justice … it is true heaven from the moment you arrive you feel at home. The welcome from Tina and Julian is so lovely they are so proud of their little site and justifiably so. They check in during your stay to ensure all is well. Facilities second to none … bathrooms that are luxurious , a fully equipped kitchen , we left with homemade pickles and jam to savour on our travels, fresh eggs ( the best ) and clean laundry … so many little extras all make for absolute perfection. We will be back xx

Disliked Absolutely nowt apart from driving away

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Amazing place, felt at home. 10/10 would recommend!

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David M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Owners are very welcoming and friendly, even though we turned up after 22:00.
Ground is level, and the whole place is lovely and peaceful.
Toilets and showers are of amazing standard. There is lots of information on the area available around the site.
Perfect stop in our adventure around France!

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A beautiful little haven with unique spaces to enjoy, & a warm welcome

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Christine B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked We love the whole unique experience. We planned our 6 weeks touring route to ensure we could call in for a couple of nights. The calm, the welcome, the bathrooms.... Check out my review from 2023. Then book, early, and see for yourself!

Disliked Leaving!

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Exceptionally welcoming site with stunning facilities, sure to delight

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Ralph R. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional grass campsite

Liked Camping La Fortinerie is an exceptional site, and our all time favourite! This was our second stay, and this time we brought our Canadian friends who also thought it was truly special. The site is small and intimate - we received a very warm welcome from Julian and Tina who showed us around the herb garden, campers kitchen and outdoor dining (with firepit and barbecue) and lounge area. There are hammocks, hanging macrame chairs and a day bed for relaxation. We loved the solar chandeliers too! Fresh eggs, homegrown vegetables and Tina's homemade jams and relishes were available, as well as local honey, for purchase. The toilets and showers are unique, featuring reclaimed artefacts cleverly re-purposed. The facilities are even better than home. Absolutely delightful!

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Tents for hire Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans

Location

Camping La Fortinerie

Mouliherne

Maine-et-Loire

France

49390

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

47.43723°N
0.00626°E

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

It’s well worth making the half-hour car journey to Saumur for a day trip, wandering round its château and taking your place in the audience for the military horse shows at the famed Le Cadre Noir. If you’ve a little more time, you may like to know that the town’s also home to a tank museum, a mushroom museum and several places that you can hire canoes for a Loire-based paddle. Time for a glass of vino? Saumur’s the place for those who favour bubbles; there are plenty of fab places to take a winery tour and pick up a bottle or two around Angers (45 minutes’ drive away) as well. For an insight into how different folks lived their lives, pay a visit to the troglodyte village 40 minutes away at Rochemenier or wander round the rather fancier digs at Château de Montgeoffroy or Château de Gizeux. Should the tiddlers tire of history, there’s an excellent zoo in Doué-la-Fontaine.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camping La Fortinerie have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping La Fortinerie dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping La Fortinerie? It’s well worth making the half-hour car journey to Saumur for a day trip, wandering round its château and taking your place in the audience for the military horse shows at the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping La Fortinerie?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camping La Fortinerie? From $31.83 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.